An official says a section of SPLA soldiers went on rampage in Pochalla over the weekend as they forced their way out of the town. Continue reading “An SPLA unit defects in Pochalla”
Month: March 2014
Health Ministry plans to train 1,000 medical personnel yearly
The Ministry of Health says it plans to train over one thousand medical personnel every year in order to improve the quality of healthcare in the country. Continue reading “Health Ministry plans to train 1,000 medical personnel yearly”
SPLA admits losing Duk to Dr Riek’s forces
The SPLA has confirmed that there have been clashes between government forces and forces of the SPLM-in Opposition in Duk County, Jonglei state. Continue reading “SPLA admits losing Duk to Dr Riek’s forces”
Over 300 people face drug dealing charges
The Anti-narcotic department in the Ministry of Interior says over 300 people are facing charges of dealing in drug substances in the country. Continue reading “Over 300 people face drug dealing charges”
Pibor to reopen schools 3 years after violence erupted in the area
The County authority of Pibor says they plan to reopen schools in the area by April this year. Continue reading “Pibor to reopen schools 3 years after violence erupted in the area”
Catholic church evacuates its clerics from conflict-affected Malakal
The Catholic Diocese of Malakal has evacuated all its clerics to Juba due to security concerns in Upper Nile state. Continue reading “Catholic church evacuates its clerics from conflict-affected Malakal”
Armorer, Director of National Intelligence testify against 4 political detainees
Judges at the special court – hearing the case of the four detainees accused of treason – heard from four witnesses on the prosecution side today. Continue reading “Armorer, Director of National Intelligence testify against 4 political detainees”
Teachers join army in WBGS
Primary school teachers in Western Bahr El Ghazal state are said to be leaving the teaching profession to join the army. Continue reading “Teachers join army in WBGS”
US offers additional $83 million for aid assistance in S Sudan
The U.S government has announced an additional 83 million dollars for humanitarian assistance in South Sudan. Continue reading “US offers additional $83 million for aid assistance in S Sudan”
South Sudan declared Guinea Worm-free
The Ministry of Health says South Sudan is free of Guinea Worm. Continue reading “South Sudan declared Guinea Worm-free”